jerryk
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Post by jerryk on May 1, 2023 19:19:30 GMT -5
I didn't learn my lesson on dark hull boats. Had I bought new I never would have done a dark hull, especially in sunny Florida. But the boat was used, and it was the right boat at the right time at the right price. And it IS gorgeous when polished and waxed. I figured I could always hit it with Vertglas but that was before I knew it had gone out of production. So I am very interested to hear how the MS51 works! I'll reiterate getting the applicator advice unless you get the whole kit and in that case an applicator come with it I think. That device allows you to apply a thin smooth coat which is neccessary for good results. I'd even get another sized one.
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Post by schlnrnd on May 11, 2023 5:41:06 GMT -5
EasyPeasy, I wetsanded a 10 year old Burnt Orange 2660 two years ago. I have before and after pics in some link on here. I detail it once a year since. I had a cover that covered to the waterline. This is the hull from March after its annual detail. It can be done to look good and last.
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Post by tower8 on May 14, 2023 6:51:32 GMT -5
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Post by fishnfool on May 14, 2023 7:39:31 GMT -5
That looks great! How did the cost compare to a paint job in your area?
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Post by tower8 on May 14, 2023 14:07:41 GMT -5
$2800. Before and after photos
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Post by fishnfool on May 14, 2023 14:10:00 GMT -5
That's right you're in FL now, lots of good boat wrappers down that way. Came out great.
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Post by finatic on May 14, 2023 15:26:21 GMT -5
Hay tower8 long time no hear from you hope all is well. Are you full time in Florida these days. What's the life expectancy of the wrap. Looks really good.
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Post by tower8 on May 14, 2023 16:58:50 GMT -5
I go between FL and NJ, not full time yet. Try to get down to Florida once a month for a long weekend
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Post by tower8 on May 14, 2023 18:27:26 GMT -5
Hay tower8 long time no hear from you hope all is well. Are you full time in Florida these days. What's the life expectancy of the wrap. Looks really good. Installer said 3-5 years , figured I would try it out
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Post by footy3 on May 14, 2023 20:16:34 GMT -5
Tower 8 - I also split time, Seaside Park in NJ and Key Largo in Florida. Just getting ready to drag my 245 DC back to NJ.....
Where do you boat out of?
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Post by tower8 on May 15, 2023 5:01:42 GMT -5
Tower 8 - I also split time, Seaside Park in NJ and Key Largo in Florida. Just getting ready to drag my 245 DC back to NJ..... Where do you boat out of? Absecon and Jensen Beach
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Post by Twisted on May 16, 2023 10:34:28 GMT -5
EasyPeasy, I wetsanded a 10 year old Burnt Orange 2660 two years ago. I have before and after pics in some link on here. I detail it once a year since. I had a cover that covered to the waterline. This is the hull from March after its annual detail. It can be done to look good and last.
That looks amazing, wow, well done!!
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